Given that the average retired household spends around $60,000 per year, finding an affordable place to put down roots in retirement can make all the difference to your budget. With… Continue reading 15 Cheapest Places to Retire in the South
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10 Small Towns In Mississippi With Big Charm
If your heart beats a little faster at the thought of a weekend road trip, Mississippi is ready for you. Scattered across the state are towns that transform ordinary days… Continue reading 10 Small Towns In Mississippi With Big Charm
13 Of The Most Welcoming Towns In Mississippi
Mississippi’s trademark Southern charm, deep-rooted Blues heritage, classic Cajun cuisine, and fanatical religious roots combine to form a culturally diverse community that represents all races. Its multicultural outlook, characterized by… Continue reading 13 Of The Most Welcoming Towns In Mississippi
Laurel sculptor Jason Kimes talks motivation, scale, and process
For Laurel-based sculptor Jason Kimes, art is an obsession. One he couldn’t stop even if he wanted to. He knows because he tried. Since he can remember, Kimes has been… Continue reading Laurel sculptor Jason Kimes talks motivation, scale, and process
2nd Corn Dog 7 Location in Laurel opening Tuesday
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) – Good news for corn dog lovers. Corn Dog 7 is opening a second location in Laurel Tuesday. The Sawmill Square Mall staple restaurant will be opening… Continue reading 2nd Corn Dog 7 Location in Laurel opening Tuesday
7 Most Walkable Town Centers In Mississippi
Mississippi’s cities and towns offer so much history, culture, and art within their walkable downtown districts. Tupelo celebrates the life and legacy of Elvis Presley throughout its main streets, while… Continue reading 7 Most Walkable Town Centers In Mississippi
Hot Southern Hotel Openings to Watch for in 2026
’Tis the season for end-of-year forecasting and we’d be remiss if we didn’t turn our attention to Southern hotels. A recent travel trends report found that Gen Z and Millennial… Continue reading Hot Southern Hotel Openings to Watch for in 2026
Laurel Main Street plans for 2026 downtown chili cook-off
Here’s a road trip idea from Twin States News. The aroma of spices and the sound of live music return to downtown Laurel to kick off a year of fun… Continue reading Laurel Main Street plans for 2026 downtown chili cook-off
Jones County EDA Announce Plans for New Marriott Hotel Development
The Economic Development Authority of Jones County in partnership with the City of Laurel, recently announced plans for a new Marriott hotel development by Delta Lodging Group on Sawmill Road.… Continue reading Jones County EDA Announce Plans for New Marriott Hotel Development
The 12 Best Things To Do In Laurel, Mississippi
It’s been almost 10 years since Erin and Ben Napier introduced the world to their beloved hometown of Laurel, Mississippi, via the hit HGTV reality renovation show Home Town. Since… Continue reading The 12 Best Things To Do In Laurel, Mississippi
